Intern- Equipment Engineering Technician (Wet Process)

Job Description

Microchip is hiring an Equipment Maintenance Technician Intern (Wet Process) at our Fab 4 facility in Gresham, Oregon. This is a paid internship, and Microchip will cover the cost of tuition, required books and most fees for interns currently enrolled in Microelectronics, Mechatronics or Electronics Engineering Technology AAS Programs at Mt. Hood Community College, Portland Community College, Clackamas Community College or other designated institutions. Other relevant programs may be considered. Interns will learn semiconductor equipment maintenance, and assuming successful work performance, they will be eligible for a full-time position as an Equipment Technician II upon completion of the AAS program. Offers of full-time employment are also contingent on Fab 4 business need. Interns are required to work no fewer than 24 hours per week. Their work schedule will accommodate their class schedule for courses required to complete the AAS degree program. This is an exceptional opportunity to earn a valuable technical credential with minimal student loan debt, and to move directly into a professional position.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in Microelectronics, Mechatronics, Electronics Engineering Technology, or other approved AAS programs.
• Ability to work at two 12 hour shifts in fast paced cleanroom environment during the school year.
• Ability to apply theoretical/textbook concepts in practical, real-world applications.
• Creative thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Competence in MS Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong organization, documentation, and writing skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to work full time 12-hour Compressed Work Week (CWW) shifts during summer.
• Familiarity with Unix and Linux.

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift, push, pull approx. 50 lbs; carry 50 lbs; sit 5%; stand 60%; walk 35%; must be able to perform activities that include climbing, bending at waist, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, crawling, handling, feeling, hearing, talking, seeing.

Special Requirements

• Ability to travel infrequently for training purposes.

Microchip Technology Inc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.